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Lobcity

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What is the primary cause of the edema that accompanies kwashiorkor?
 a. Proteins and hormones diminish and fluid leaks into interstitial spaces.
  b. Lipoprotein synthesis is diminished, causing fat to accumulate.
 c. Protein is lost from the heart muscle, resulting in a weak heartbeat.
 d. Synthesis of enzymes is reduced.
 e. Protein synthesis produces too much water.

Question 2

Aguas naturales is a drink made from fresh fruit, water, and sugar.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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tennis14576

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

True




Lobcity

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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:D TYSM

 

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